Serena Williams Is Not at the U.S. Open, but Her Coach Is Everywhere

Patrick Mouratoglou has become a bigger star than most players, and is building an empire, too. That does not leave much time for coaching, and that may be just how he likes it.

Serena Williams and Her Fellow Tennis Greats Are Limping Toward the Exits

Graceful final chapters in tennis can be difficult to achieve, as Serena Williams and Roger Federer are learning firsthand.

Serena Williams Pulls Out of U.S. Open

The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has not played on tour since an injured right hamstring forced her out at Wimbledon. Her sister Venus also withdrew, citing a leg issue.

The Special Magic of Wimbledon Returns, Changes Included

The pandemic forced the tournament’s cancellation in 2020 and led to some changes this year, but much of its tradition is back.

Serena Williams Won’t Play at the Tokyo Olympics

A four-time Olympic gold medalist, Williams previously said that travel restrictions that might prevent her from taking her daughter to the Games would factor into her decision.

Serena Williams Wins in the First Round at the French Open

Playing in a night session in Paris, Williams defeated Irina-Camelia Begu in straight sets in a brisk match that moved her along to the second round, again.

A Shocking Exit and a Sad Day for Tennis

Naomi Osaka, a superstar in the sport, pulled out of the French Open after she was fined for skipping a news conference. Did it have to end this way?